50 LCD HD TV

- Is the TV I bought good for gaming and sports?
today i went to walmart and bought a sanyo 50 inch plasma tv 720p Is a plasma and 720p good for my ps3 watching basketball, baseball and Blue ray movies? Should I return this and get a samsung 46 inch 1080p LCD or stay with what I have? I bought this for 780 while the samsung is 990 I wanted the sony 52inch 1080p LCD but it was sold out($1,200), should I wait for that too or no? I play my ps3 more than watching movies. so what should I do?

A Well the PS3 can have a higher resolution at 1080p. So if you bought a 50 inch with a 720p it will still look extremely good but not the best quality that a television with 1080p can give you especially for watching Blu-Ray movies on your PS3. But if you are just watching televisions such as sports and don't use your Blu-Ray than 720p resolution should be adequate. If you have Blu-Ray and plan on watching movie, I would return your television and get the samsung at 1080p. The Sony seems likely the best best if you have room for a 52 inch television and if you can wait.

- Need help setting up my HDTV for Gaming.?
My HDTV is a Sanyo LCD 40xr11f, I recently got it as an upgrade from my 24 inch. http://www.sanyo.com.au/products/tvs-set-top-boxes/lcd-tvs/lcd40xr11f That's it there, basically I need some help calibrating it as I've noticed that when playing both ps3 and Xbox 360 games look a lot jaggier and there is some pixelation. At the moment I am using the "standard" settings (everything is set on 50) Both game consoles are set to 720P as to be honest I didn't see any immediate difference between 720P and 1080P.

A if they are set to HD then set color high and contrast and sharpness. if your tv has an HDMI out I would use those.

- Is the TV I bought good for gaming and sports?
today i went to walmart and bought a sanyo 50 inch plasma tv 720p Is a plasma and 720p good for my ps3 watching basketball, baseball and Blue ray movies? Should I return this and get a samsung 46 inch 1080p LCD or stay with what I have? I bought this for 780 while the samsung is 990 I wanted the sony 52inch 1080p LCD but it was sold out($1,200), should I wait for that too or no? I play my ps3 more than watching movies. so what should I do?

A Well the PS3 can have a higher resolution at 1080p. So if you bought a 50 inch with a 720p it will still look extremely good but not the best quality that a television with 1080p can give you especially for watching Blu-Ray movies on your PS3. But if you are just watching televisions such as sports and don't use your Blu-Ray than 720p resolution should be adequate. If you have Blu-Ray and plan on watching movie, I would return your television and get the samsung at 1080p. The Sony seems likely the best best if you have room for a 52 inch television and if you can wait.

- looking for good tv .Heard lcd's are better then plasmas im looking as these to .Anyone have any ideas whats?
the best kind out there ? i want at least 40-50 inch at a good price under 1,000 .looking at these $648.00 Sanyo 42" Diagonal Full HD 1080p LCD HDTV with Built-in Tuner, DP42849 ~~~~~~~~~~~ $898.00 Sanyo 50" Plasma HDTV with Built-in Digital Tuner, DP50749 $598.00 Vizio 42" Class Plasma HDTV with Built-in Tuner, VP422HDTV10A

A If you want for gaming LCD is the better choice,it not burn-in and last longer but I won't go with Sanyo.The brand that I would recommend for LCD is Samsung and for under $1000 I would suggest is Samsung LN40B550 40-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color.Great picture quality. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001U3Y8PO?ie=UTF8&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001U3Y8PO If you want it for watching movies,sport Plasma is a good choice.It have better picture quality and smoother motion and the model that I would suggest is Panasonic VIERA G10 Series TC-P42G10 42-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001UAEWSU?ie=UTF8&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001UAEWSU Both are more expensive than your choice but better quality.

- what is better for a sanyo 50 inch hdtv a antannae or a flat antannae to get digital channels?


A The model of the TV has nothing to do with the antenna you need. Go to www.antennaweb.org and see what "color" antenna you should get for your address (Color is associated with Gain).

- how to get digital channels from a sanyo 50 inch hdtv do you need a antennae or a converter box?


A Does your TV have a coaxial antenna input on the back? If so, it will look like this. http://z.about.com/d/tv/1/0/2/3/DTV-Connect-Step-1.JPG If it has this, then it has a digital tuner and all you ned to do is hook up a good antenna to it. If your TV doesn't have this sort of connection, it means your HDTV was the type known as HD ready, meaning it can display an hd picture if you have a cable or satellite box, but it doesn't have the tuner for over the air HDTV. In that case, anther option would be to buy an HD tuner for it. Something like this: http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-SIR-T451-Definition-Terrestrial-Tuner/dp/B00064L1AI

- why does the display go dim on my Sanyo 50 inch plasma TV?
I have had my tv for less than one year. When watching it the display will dim for about 30 secs then go back to normal. Anyone know what this could be from?

A It is still under warranty, so call service. It could be a feature - called dynamic contrast, where the picture dims in dark scenes.

- On a 50 inch Sanyo flat panel TV, would I be able to see a difference in picture between 720p and 1080p?
I will only be using this TV for watching HD movies. Walmart is selling a 720p Sanyo for Black Friday. Just wanted some thoughts on if it is worth it to pony up the cash for 1080p. Again, I will only be using this TV for watching HD movies. Thanks.

A If by movies, you mean from a hi def DVD player, then you should go for 1080P. If you will be getting your movies from anywhere else, then no. The only exception would be if you intend to sit verry close to the screen. Go to a store and look at a 720P, 50" set from your normal viewing distance and look for the pixels. If you can't see them, then walk closer to the sey until you do. Then decide if 1080P is worth the extra money. If you plan on getting a hi def DVD in the future, then go for the 1080P.

- 50 inch sanyo or 42 inch vizio?
Sanyo Plasma HDTV: 16:9 LCD panel With a 1024 x 768 resolution Wide 178-degree vertical and 178-degree horizontal angles See a clear picture on the Sanyo Plasma HDTV from anywhere in the room Built in ATSC/Clear QAM digital/NTSC analog tuner Watch conventional and digital broadcasts, including HDTV programs where available 2,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio HDMI Inputs: 2 Vizio LCD HDTV: 42" LCD panel With a 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution Wide 178-degree vertical and 178-degree horizontal angles See a clear picture on the Vizio LCD HDTV from anywhere in the room High brightness of 500 nits with 5 ms response time Place your TV anywhere 100,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio HDMI Inputs: 3 I will be using this tv for blu ray, ps3, and satellite which of these two is better or are they really that far behind other brands where it is worth paying twice the price for one? the sanyo is $698 the vizio is $598

A I didn't have to read very far in the Sanyo specs to reject it. That's a 720p display on a very large screen. No way. 720p is quite satisfactory on smaller screens, maybe 37 inches max. But for large screens, if you're after HD, you're going to be far happier with a 1080p display like the Vizio has. Even though the Vizio screen is smaller, I'd still opt for that one between the 2 choices you've offered. I used to consider Vizio a low-class brand, but recent models seem to be improved. I bought a small screen Vizio 3 months ago, and it's as good as anything out there.

- Lcd versus plasma tv
first question, does plasma have video lag like the lower lcd quality tvs? and what are the pros and cons of each. Im thinkng of buying a sanyo 50 inch plasma at wallyworld. Need alot of input so many answers the better. thanks to all

A ive just got a plasma after 6months of plasma v lcd the reasons being plasmas are stronger if youve got kids picture is a lot better they look better sounds better the ball dosnt split into 3 when watching football glass screen enhances picture dont listen to the myths about screen burn or they use more power trust me ive done my research

- My sanyo 50" lcd tv goes darker on the right side. Does anyone have an explanation?


A its a sanyo and its a lcd tv,, what more of an explanation do you need if you still dont understand and me not being to rude they are CRAP get a panasonic or a samsung tv instead

- is a vizio lcd tv better than a sanyo?
I was thinking of getting a new tv to play my PS3 and obviously watch tv. Bet i was wondering what would be a better brand of tv to buy. A Sanyo 50" 720p 60Hz Plasma HDTV -OR- a Vizio 42" 1080p 60Hz LCD HDTV. here are the links (yes im planning to buy them from walmart :D) Sanyo: http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10929993 Vizio: http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10993796

A 1 ) Plasma vs LCD. Plasma excellent for color reproduction .deep true black and dark color .almost 0 response time , 600 HZ refresh rate with out any motion blur ,well-suited for moving movies .especially sports programs / games. Plasma only available in 42 inc and above big screen , and compare to same screen size Hi End LCD TV, Plasma TV much lower in prices. those SMART consumer's " return to Plasma for prefect pictures quality and paid less in prices. because New Plasma technologies make great difference . life time 60,000 hours same as LCD display. easy " burn in " in not an issue any more. all new Plasma is energy star qualified. http://www.smarthouse.com.au/TVs_And_Large_Display/Plasma/W3U2A3U7 2 ) LCD TV, due to response time , there must be " motion blur ".high refresh rate-120 HZ even 240 HZ able to " hide away " the motion blur, it not totally cut it off, just make more comfortable to human eye. non of any LCD display provide deep / true dark and black color. an Hi End LCD TV cost more than Plasma TV, but unable to provide same pictures quality.even just standard HD 720P Plasma TV able to display prefect quality than fell HD 1080 P LCD TV. Vizio vs Sanyo . Vizio is USA local trademark , products only for USA / CANADA market . Vizio USA is not an manufactures , is TRADING COMPANY. all TV is supply by Taiwan Amtrans , and designs also made in China by other TV maker., Vizio is no 1 quantity sold TV brand for the pass 4 years, because of PRICES also some people " THINK " Vizio is " made in USA ". or " designs in USA " even Vizio is by Sony or LG ... read the link below ! http://www.forbes.com/2009/05/21/taiwan-vizio-amtran-exports-lcd-tv.html?feed=rss_business Vizio is BEST for BUDGET, subject to quality. Sanyo . Sanyo don't make quality TV ! Sanyo Products just okay , not great . compare to other Japan manufactures , Sanyo TV is " low class ". however , all that become history, since Panasonic totally take over Sanyo Japan , starting around early 2008 , but on " paper : is Nov 2008. Panasonic 100 % control Sanyo Group, there share the TV R & D and designs teams now. use mose of the same parts. Sanyo new Plasma TV is Panasonic Plasma technologies. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sanyo New Sanyo Plasma TV use Panasonic made Plasma display panel , Worl best HD TV--Pioneer also use the same display panel and manufactures by Panasonic ( after may 2009 ) http://www.crunchgear.com/2009/12/22/panasonic-officially-owns-sanyo-and-boasts-the-worlds-largest-plasma-panel-plant-now/ http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/63288357.html?elr=KArks7PYDiaK7DUHPYDiaK7DUiacyKUnciatkEP7DhUr ^^^^^^^^^^^^ i should said because of products quality also prefect for pictures display , no reason not for you to own an Sanyo Plasma !

- Whats the best HDMI cable for my 3D TV?
I just purchased a Samsung PN50C675 50" 3D Ready Plasma 1080p HDTV. I was wondering do I need a special HDMI cable because im going to be running the TV through my home theatre system. I currently own a Sanyo 50 inch plasma that has 720p only and the picture quality isnt that great. I was wondering if it has something to do with my hdmi cable, i purchased them for like $3.00 on amazon.com

A For best quality you'll want to look for HDMI 1.4. Only the 1.4 rating can support Full HD 3D video. However, any high-speed HDMI cable can carry 3D video and 8-channel audio. HDMI cables allow for uncompressed, HD video & multi-channel audio to be carried over a single cable. HDMI ports are on all of the new Home 3D components, from 3DTVs and set-top boxes to Blu-ray 3D players and PlayStation 3 game consoles.

- is a vizio lcd tv better than a sanyo?
I was thinking of getting a new tv to play my PS3 and obviously watch tv. Bet i was wondering what would be a better brand of tv to buy. A Sanyo 50" 720p 60Hz Plasma HDTV -OR- a Vizio 42" 1080p 60Hz LCD HDTV. here are the links (yes im planning to buy them from walmart :D) Sanyo: http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10929993 Vizio: http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10993796

A 1 ) Plasma vs LCD. Plasma excellent for color reproduction .deep true black and dark color .almost 0 response time , 600 HZ refresh rate with out any motion blur ,well-suited for moving movies .especially sports programs / games. Plasma only available in 42 inc and above big screen , and compare to same screen size Hi End LCD TV, Plasma TV much lower in prices. those SMART consumer's " return to Plasma for prefect pictures quality and paid less in prices. because New Plasma technologies make great difference . life time 60,000 hours same as LCD display. easy " burn in " in not an issue any more. all new Plasma is energy star qualified. http://www.smarthouse.com.au/TVs_And_Large_Display/Plasma/W3U2A3U7 2 ) LCD TV, due to response time , there must be " motion blur ".high refresh rate-120 HZ even 240 HZ able to " hide away " the motion blur, it not totally cut it off, just make more comfortable to human eye. non of any LCD display provide deep / true dark and black color. an Hi End LCD TV cost more than Plasma TV, but unable to provide same pictures quality.even just standard HD 720P Plasma TV able to display prefect quality than fell HD 1080 P LCD TV. Vizio vs Sanyo . Vizio is USA local trademark , products only for USA / CANADA market . Vizio USA is not an manufactures , is TRADING COMPANY. all TV is supply by Taiwan Amtrans , and designs also made in China by other TV maker., Vizio is no 1 quantity sold TV brand for the pass 4 years, because of PRICES also some people " THINK " Vizio is " made in USA ". or " designs in USA " even Vizio is by Sony or LG ... read the link below ! http://www.forbes.com/2009/05/21/taiwan-vizio-amtran-exports-lcd-tv.html?feed=rss_business Vizio is BEST for BUDGET, subject to quality. Sanyo . Sanyo don't make quality TV ! Sanyo Products just okay , not great . compare to other Japan manufactures , Sanyo TV is " low class ". however , all that become history, since Panasonic totally take over Sanyo Japan , starting around early 2008 , but on " paper : is Nov 2008. Panasonic 100 % control Sanyo Group, there share the TV R & D and designs teams now. use mose of the same parts. Sanyo new Plasma TV is Panasonic Plasma technologies. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sanyo New Sanyo Plasma TV use Panasonic made Plasma display panel , Worl best HD TV--Pioneer also use the same display panel and manufactures by Panasonic ( after may 2009 ) http://www.crunchgear.com/2009/12/22/panasonic-officially-owns-sanyo-and-boasts-the-worlds-largest-plasma-panel-plant-now/ http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/63288357.html?elr=KArks7PYDiaK7DUHPYDiaK7DUiacyKUnciatkEP7DhUr ^^^^^^^^^^^^ i should said because of products quality also prefect for pictures display , no reason not for you to own an Sanyo Plasma !

- 50 inch sanyo or 42 inch vizio?
Sanyo Plasma HDTV: 16:9 LCD panel With a 1024 x 768 resolution Wide 178-degree vertical and 178-degree horizontal angles See a clear picture on the Sanyo Plasma HDTV from anywhere in the room Built in ATSC/Clear QAM digital/NTSC analog tuner Watch conventional and digital broadcasts, including HDTV programs where available 2,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio HDMI Inputs: 2 Vizio LCD HDTV: 42" LCD panel With a 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution Wide 178-degree vertical and 178-degree horizontal angles See a clear picture on the Vizio LCD HDTV from anywhere in the room High brightness of 500 nits with 5 ms response time Place your TV anywhere 100,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio HDMI Inputs: 3 I will be using this tv for blu ray, ps3, and satellite which of these two is better or are they really that far behind other brands where it is worth paying twice the price for one? the sanyo is $698 the vizio is $598

A I didn't have to read very far in the Sanyo specs to reject it. That's a 720p display on a very large screen. No way. 720p is quite satisfactory on smaller screens, maybe 37 inches max. But for large screens, if you're after HD, you're going to be far happier with a 1080p display like the Vizio has. Even though the Vizio screen is smaller, I'd still opt for that one between the 2 choices you've offered. I used to consider Vizio a low-class brand, but recent models seem to be improved. I bought a small screen Vizio 3 months ago, and it's as good as anything out there.